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Re: HELP: Coolant leak!
Posted by thereuare (more from thereuare) on Tue, 2 Sep 2003 07:01:20
In Reply to: HELP: Coolant leak!, Brian Kennedy, Sun, 31 Aug 2003 14:14:05
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Small coolant leaks are hard to find, because if they drip on a HOT part of the engine they often evaporate before finding the source (as me how i know).
AutoZone has a loaner tool program where you can borrow certain infrequently tools from by leaving a deposit, which is then fully credited when you return the tool. One of the tools is a coolant system pressure tester, which pressurizes the cooling system to simulate normal driving conditions (but without the heat) and your leak will be VERY easy to spot. Only problem i had is that the tester kit requires an adapter to propertly fit a saab, but i managed to get it it work w/o the adapter by working the rubber seal into the expansion tank and pushing downward to resist the building pressure while i pumped the tool. Best to have an assistant look around for leaks since you'll need to keep the pressure on the pump to keep the system pressurized. Bentley cautions not to pressure beyond 17.5 lbs.
Good luck.
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